GRE Word List
ROUSING
giving rise to excitement : stirring
The meaning of the word rousing is giving rise to excitement : stirring.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| bacchanalian | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |